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LIVINGSTON PARISH

Events for Adults, Kids, and Teens

Small Business Consulting

Do you own a small business or are you interested in starting one? Take advantage of free business consulting at the Main Branch this month, Dec. 13 by making an appointment be- tween 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Receive a private, one-hour consulting session in areas including business plans, advertising plans, inventory control, financial projections, cost analysis, and much more. This program is sponsored by the Louisiana Small Business Development Center at Southeastern Louisiana University. To register for a consulting appointment at the library, please call the LSBDC at 225-664-6638.

Join the cookbook challenge

Calling all home cooks, amateur bakers and wannabe chefs! Ages 18 and up can learn to cook, improve your skills, or show off your kitchen talent in the Main Branch ’s new culi- nary book club. Our next meeting is Dec. 14 at 6:00 p.m. New members are always welcome. Each month, we each choose a recipe based on a theme. The following month, participants bring their cooked dish back for everyone to sample. If you are interested in becoming a member, come eat and socialize with us. Registration opens two weeks before the event. Please call the Main Branch at 225-686-4160 or visit our online event calendar to register.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Have you never played but want to learn? Adults and teens can come out to Chess @ Your Library hosted by the Denham Springs-Walker Branch to meet new people, play a few matches, brush up, or learn the basics, Dec. 4 at 6:00 p.m. All skill levels are welcome. Registration opens two weeks before the event. Please call the Denham Springs-Walker Branch at 225-686-4140 or visit our online event calendar to register.

Writers circle

Are you a writer who is looking for some feedback? Then come to the Denham Springs-Walker Branch’s Writer’s Circle, Dec. 7 at 6:30 p.m. Published and unpublished writers of fiction or non fiction for adults, young adults, or children are welcome. The group provides a forum for sharing writing, a venue for learning more about the writing craft, and more. Please call the Denham Springs-Walker Branch at 225-686-4140 for details.

Young Writers Club

Calling all young writers! The Denham Springs-Walker Branch’s Young Writers Club meets, Dec. 19 at 5:00 p.m. Open to ages 12-18, the club’s goal is to help each another become better writers, to provide inspiration, and to offer advice and support. Each meeting, members practice writing in many different styles and genres to fine-tune skills and challenge themselves. Writers of all genres are welcome. Please call the Denham Springs-Walker Branch at (225) 686-4140 for details.

The Art Studio: Acrylic Painting for teens

Broaden your understanding and skills in a variety of fine arts through this Albany-Springfield Branch recurring teen program! This month’s studio meeting, Dec. 11 at 4:30 p.m. features guest artist Lisa Kluka, who will be teaching a fluid acrylic painting technique. Create a unique canvas piece to take home. All supplies are provided. Registration opens two weeks before the event. Please call the Albany-Springfield Branch at 225-686-4130 or visit our online event calendar to register.

Hogwarts Yule Ball for adults

The Watson Brach requests the pleasure of your company at our Hogwarts- inspired Yule Ball, Dec. 12 at 5:30 p.m. Come celebrate a magical night! Muggles formal attire is suggested but not required. For ages 18 and up only. Reg- istration opens two weeks before the event. Please call the Watson Branch at 225-686-4180 or visit our online event calendar to register.

Snow stories for kids

Snuggled warm inside, we’re telling Snow Stories. Join us Dec. 12 at 6:00 p.m. at the Albany-Spring eld Branch or Dec. 21 at 6:00 p.m. at the Denham Springs-Walker Branch for a holiday-themed puppet show and popsicle stick or- naments at this family-oriented program for ages 3-11. Registration opens two weeks before the event. Please call the Albany-Spring eld Branch at 225-686-4130 or the Denham Springs-Walker Branch at 225-686-4140 visit our online event calendar to register.

Puppet parade & party

Immediately following the Livingston Christmas Parade, Dec. 9, join us at the Main Branch for some hot choco- late, winter stories, and a puppet show! The parade starts at 6:30 p.m. Don’t forget to look for your favorite library staff members in the parade. Please call the Main Branch at 225-686-4160 for details.

Coloring & coffee social

Coloring is a relaxing activity, even for adults. Ages 18 and up are invited to come out to the Denham Springs-Walker Branch for some free time to color, listen to music, and socialize, Dec. 13 at 10:00 a.m. We’ll supply intricate col- oring sheets and coloring implements. Please call the Denham Springs-Walker Branch at 225-686-4140 for details-

“Cold” Wars for teens

Join us at the Denham Springs-Walker Branch for paper snowball fights, cold themed games, and hot chocolate, Dec. 14 at 6:00 p.m. as we bring a little “snow” to Louisiana! This event is for ages 12-18. Registration opens two weeks before the event. Please call the Denham Springs-Walker Branch at (225686-4140 or visit our on-line event calendar to register.

Sit & sew & socialize

Sit and Sew at the Main Branch — 4 hours of uninterrupted sewing! Bring a sandwich and a project or two. Spend some creative time with friends, Dec. 18 from 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. We would love for you to come and stitch with us. Please call the Main Branch at 225-686-4160 for details.

LEGO Meets Edison Robots

Enthusiasts ages 8-18 are invited to join a group that meets monthly at the Albany-Spring eld Branch to learn more about how LEGO building and simple robots can be combined using Edison technology. Our club meets in two groups, Dec. 19 ̶ one at 4:30 p.m. and the other at 6:00 p.m. Registration opens two weeks before each event. Please call the Albany-Spring eld Branch at 225-686- 4130 or visit our online event calendar to register.

LEGO Club

Do you love LEGOs? Join our LEGO club! The Watson Branch hosts LEGO Club for ages 5-11 on Dec. 28 at 5:30 p.m. Join us each month for a different theme and craft. LEGOs are provided. Please call the Watson Branch at 225-686-4180 for details.

Create fun with the LPL Improv Group

Ages 12-18 are invited to learn and develop improvisational/sketch skills at the Main Branch on , Dec. 28 at 6:00 p.m. Participate in interactive activities and exercises to get the creative juices owing. Join us for some acting fun that improves communication skills and provides a safe environment for creative learning and self-growth. Please call the Main Branch at 225-686-4160 or the Watson Branch at 225-686-4180 for details.

Art at the library galleries

Every month, the Livingston Parish Library of- fers a variety of art exhibits and displays featuring works of local and regional artists. Check with any library for a schedule of showings at each branch or visit www.mylpl.info.

The library branches offer a variety of book clubs for all tastes. Below are a few; check with your favorite library or online for others:

Joyful Reads Book Club

Do you love uplifting tales of hope and faith? If so, join us for coffee and a lively discussion at the South Branch of the Livingston Parish Library’s new Joyful Reads Book Club on , Dec. 5 at 10:30 a.m. Each month, we will have a different inspira- tional book to read and discuss. The meetings will take place on the rst of each month. Please call the South Branch at (225) 686-4170 for details.

Teen Book Club

The Main Branch Teen Book Club meets Dec. 5 at 3:00 p.m., and the Denham Springs-Walker Branch Teen Book Club meets Dec. 18 at 5:30 p.m. This book club reads fiction and non fiction books across a variety of genres. Their mission is to read new and current selections that help club members stay active in their literary pursuits. Please call the Main Branch at (225) 686-4160 or the Denham Springs-Walker Branch at (225) 686-4140 for details.

Snapshots

Helen Turner, left, and Margot May unveiled their new company name, Inspired Media, and its logo at the Livingston
Parish Chamber of Commerce Expo May 6. They have acquired ownership of the Livingston Parish Business Journal
and The Journal/Zachary-Pointe Coupee. Publication of the magazines will continue without interruption. Watch for
new and improved features in coming months!

Top photos show vendors and shoppers at the V. Watts Trade Day which is open to the public on the second Saturday of each month. The above photo shows some of the vendors and the huge variety of items that could be found at the Trade Day and in
the indoor Trade Mart which is open each week. The vendors are seated in front, Nana Pepe, Sonnie Henderson, Kathy Fresina, Judy Bridges, Judith Cormier, Melanie Honeycutt and Joyce Neumayer. Standing are Gary Snyder, Dani Borden, Elaine Bourdeu, Tammy Hardy,
Mary Kay Jackson, Tina Moore, Sherry Watts, Albin Seal, Cindy Dutsch, Aline Glaze, Linda Snyder, Virginia Marshall, Robyn Smith, Dee Dee Sibley, Valery Watts and Denton Dansby.

Husband and wife Ryan and Ashlea Pierce have a new RV parts and service store near French Settlement